MINI Countryman Dakar Version

Although rather diminutive, the ability MINI doesn't need to doubt. The reason, recently the United Kingdom origin teeny car manufacturer won the World Rally Championship. MINI trying to prove consistency in off-road competition arena by setting up a Countryman model to support X-Raid team on Rally Dakar 2013.

The look of the MINI Countryman Dakar Version these have become even more forbidding than usual. In addition to the graphics, the addition of a special bodykit is also done to support the look out Countryman. Apron front and rear sideskirt patterned gray were installed.

The path to be traversed in the form of the terrain off-road suspension parts then deliberately elevated. In addition to the standard alloy wheels replaced and dressed with off-road tires. Consequently, the body of the MINI to be slightly higher. MINI also pinned a special emblem on the car.

For you who are interested in using this kind of Dakar package need not be troubled guarantees granted will fall, because this package is retrofit.

Not only the package mentioned above, a number of other devices are provided as additional lights, mud flaps, special carpeting, as well as 18 inches alloy wheels with run-flat tires.

Mazda Make Supermini Luxury Cars

Mazda is interested in working on a new car that will be in the supermini luxury car segment. Mazda will be well-read supermini with the model of Citroen DS3 or MINI.

Previously appeared rumors that Mazda will ran a new model that is placed under the Mazda2. However, the news is still not getting the point of light. Mazda1 variant is touted as the compact model  which became a sister of the Mazda2.

Out of the issue about Mazda1, this time by Japan's car manufacturers will enter the segment of supermini luxury car. As a prefix, this mini Mazda will go on sale in Europe, against other mini vehicles with which it has been more popular.

This Mazda Supermini will against MINI or Citroen DS3 even also facing Opel/Vauxhall Adam variant. An upscale city car that might be developed using the Kiyora 2008 concept.

Unfortunately no more details about this supermini car. It's just, all these plans were already launch by Mazda Japan. The public can just wait for the surprise what variant will be launched the Mazda.

Fiat Show Off Competitors Car Nissan Juke

Not long ago this sounds that Fiat has leaked the latest display of new crossover prepared to compete with the Nissan Juke and MINI Countryman.

This car manufacturers from Italy's again announced Fiat 500X that it will be exhibited at the Paris Motor Show debut, coming September.

Fiat 500X that went on sale in Europe and the United States at the beginning of 2014. The Fiat 500X is at once will be the successor to the SUV and Hatchback Sedic in the ranks of car Fiat. So, Wednesday offered Motorbeam August 8, 2012.

Fiat 500X which is a fifth family of model 500 has a dimension 4200 mm long and is the longest running in the family model Fiat 500. For the United States market (USA), the 500X was aligned with SUV Jeep which was smaller than the Jeep Compass and Patriot in the B-SUV segment.

Further, the Fiat 500 will be equiped with machine in his arms with the same MPV 500L with TwinAir machine, MultiAir and 2 Multijet. This machine is very efficient and can provide extraordinary mileage. The features offered are also much better than cars in his class.

MINI Rocketman Special For Olympic Games 2012

MINI ran a variant of Rocketman, set aside as an offering to create the world's biggest sports party, Olympic Games 2012 London. MINI under control BMW, had a chance to show off concept cars in London, last month.

The manufacturer who started his production started 1959, claims to be inspired by the of Team GB and special vehicles with soldiers konseo 3+1 seater passenger, colored red, white, and blue.

This unique car accompanied by a carbon fiber car body strengthening, a roof with a glass light, and the inside of the car was designed with the leather seats are red, white and blue. There is also a striking on the dashboard trim and lower doors, as well as some other additional features.

Furthermore, the Mini car is capable of transporting three special adults and a child. The interesting part of this car is the glass roof that covered the flag Union Jack.

But, MINI fans are disappointed, because BMW doesn't have a plans to producing Rocketman. Because the car was specially made for the term Olympic Games 2012, as reported by Inautonews, Friday August 3, 2012.

Lexus AS150 Challenge Audi A1 And MINI Cooper

Toyota's Luxury Brand, Lexus, plans to develop a new type of variant for small cars in the city. Later, Lexus will be dealt directly with other small cars like the Audi A1 and MINI Cooper.

Lexus did not give directly on the car leaked city car to his latest. However, as leaked from Paultan, this car will be named AS150. City car will appear to the market by bringing the Lexus emblem as main capital.

Body and dimensions Lexus AS150 smaller than the CT200h. See's, AS150 will challenge the small variant others like the Audi A1, MINI Cooper, Alfa Romeo MiTo or Citroen DS3.

Reportedly, Lexus AS150 will present with two options engine 1,5 liter Hybrid Synergy Drive system that also used on the Toyota Prius C. And direct engine 1,2 liter injection turbocharged for model AS150t F Sport. Lexus AS150 will be placed under the CT200h, which based on the Prius. The Model adopts direct  technology from the Prius C. Lexus AS150 will be exhibited at the Paris Motor Show, next September.

Official Pictures MINI Paceman 2013

After successfully making a curious public, manufacturer of the MINI finally released official pictures of the MINI Paceman 2013. However the overall the body is bot clearly visible because some parts still covered.

Production of this Model is a model with a horizontal roof Countyman coupe sloping tailgate. MINI claims with such design, Paceman looks more aggressive.

Until then it is not yet known what type of machine to be used. However, it is likely it will use Countryman machine.

These machines are offered in two types. The first type has specification 1.6-liter four cylinder that is able to throw the power to 120 hp 1.6-liter turbocharged four cylinder engine with an output reached from 181 hp and 215 hp. Plan MINI Paceman 2013 will present its inaugural made his debut for the Paris Motor Show which will take place this coming September.